"Rack" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A structure or frame, typically with horizontal bars, used to hold or store something, such as books, clothes, or equipment.
Example: "She hung her coat on the rack by the door."
Or, a long, rigid, usually horizontal structure that provides support or stability under something that is balanced or suspended on it.
Example: "The trapeze artist will swing on the rack to fly through the air."
Or, in golf, the bar of a golf swing, which is the point at which the clubhead strikes the ball.
Example: "She crashed her shot at the rack and watched as it sailed off the green."
Or, a payment plan that is compulsory for students, allowing them to buy goods or services, usually for an inflated price.
Example: "The college student took out a rack on her credit card to buy a new laptop."
Or, the structure or frame of a car, locomotive, or other vehicle.
Example: "The mechanic took the rack off the car to change the engine."
Or, in entomology, a bony structure of a finger or a toe.
Example: "The entomologist examined the rack of the beetle's foot."
Raciness refers to the state or quality of being attractive, interesting, or captivating in a way that is reminiscent of the excitement or thrill of racing. It can also imply a sense of liveliness, energy, or dynamism.<br><br>In a broader sense, raciness can be associated with anything that is bold, sharp, or attention-grabbing, such as a snappy headline, a spicy joke, or an energetic performance. The term can also imply a sense of edginess or a raw, unconventional quality.<br><br>Example sentences:<br><br> The raciness of the new advertisement captured the audience's attention.<br> Her raciness on stage was undeniable as she belted out the final notes.<br> The movie's raciness made it a hit with the young crowd.
Adjective:<br>1. Relating to or characteristic of racing, especially a competition of speed or skill.<br>2. Relating to or characteristic of the sport of racing.<br>3. Showing a strong and competitive spirit.<br><br>Noun:<br>1. The act of competing in a speed or skill contest.<br>2. A competition of speed or skill, typically involving vehicles or athletes.<br>3. A person or team that participates in a race.<br><br>Example sentences:<br>- The racing speed of the car exceeded 200 km/h.<br>- The athlete's racing style earned him a spot in the Olympics.<br>- After four years of hard racing, I gave up running.
Racism refers to the belief that one's own race is superior to others, or the biased treatment or exclusion of certain racial groups based on their perceived racial differences. It involves assigning negative characteristics, abilities, or worth to people based on their skin color, nationality, or ethnicity. Racism can be explicit, implicit, institutional, or individual, and can manifest in various forms, including hate speech, hate crimes, and systemic inequalities in education, employment, housing, and healthcare.
Racist refers to a person who believes in the superiority of one's own race, and has prejudice against another race. It can also denote person who believes that a particular race is inferior to another. This prejudice often results in discrimination, either in the form of denial of rights or opportunities.
Racka (interjection) - an expression used to attract someone's attention. Incorrectly spelled or variant of 'hullo' or 'hello', often used in Australian and New Zealand English. Alternatively, a 'rack' can refer to a high wooden frame with horizontal slats, used for storing or holding items, typically bundles of wood or something else.
Verb: to be highly tensed or strained, often emotionally or physically, e.g. "She was racked with pain after the accident." (past tense: racked up)<br><br>Noun: a rack or rack-like contraption for holding or displaying objects, e.g. "The museum displayed ancient artifacts on racks."
Rackets can refer to several things:<br><br>1. A racket: a handling tool for sports, typically used for games like tennis, squash, or badminton, consisting of a long handle and a head with strings.<br><br>2. A racket: a noisy, usually unpleasant, device that makes a loud, high-pitched noise. Example: a bicycle horn.<br><br>3. Racket: a loud, energetic speech or argument. Example: "The politician was criticized for his loud and aggressive rhetoric during the debate, often referred to as 'rhetorical rackets'".<br><br>4. Racket: a business that involves cheating or swindling people, especially through threats, intimidation, or violence. Example: "The gang was involved in various rackets, including extortion and loan-sharking".<br><br>5. Racket: an informal or unseemly social gathering, such as a party or a gathering of people engaged in illicit activities. Example: "The exclusive social club was known for its rackets and scandals".